Katrina Carter Living
How Low-Rate Homeowners in the East Bay Are Still Making Moves in 2026
by: Katrina CarterPublished on: 05/06/2026East Bay homeowners with low rates are still making moves in 2026. Learn how equity, life changes, and smart loan strategies are making it work despite higher rates.
How Much Income Do You Really Need to Buy in Lafayette in 2026?
by: Katrina CarterPublished on: 02/06/2026Find out exactly how much income you need to buy in Lafayette in 2026. Real numbers on down payment, monthly payments, DTI ratios, and alternative loan programs for non-W2 buyers.
Should I Rent or Buy in the Bay Area Right Now?
by: Katrina CarterPublished on: 29/04/2026Wondering whether to rent or buy in the Bay Area? Here is an honest look at the numbers, the break-even point, and how to know when buying actually makes sense for your situation.
Meet Katrina
Introducing Think Katrina, the go-to real estate brand in the East Bay area! With over 30 years of sales and marketing experience, Katrina Carter is a licensed real estate and mortgage broker who specializes in the East Bay cities of Oakland, San Leandro, Castro Valley, Hayward, and San Ramon.
She's a true Bay Area native, having been born in San Francisco and raised in south San Francisco, giving her vast knowledge of not only the East Bay but also San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
As a self-proclaimed Bay Area enthusiast, Katrina loves to "Play tourist" in the bay, taking full advantage of all the region has to offer, from outdoor activities to great restaurants.
She's also passionate about health and fitness and believes in the power of natural remedies to support the body's own healing processes. These passions all come together in her real estate brand, where she works with clients to find homes that fit their lifestyles, from location and amenities to space and design.
Katrina prides herself on her strong negotiating skills, in-depth knowledge of the changing market, and experience as a real estate investor. She is a master networker with access to many real estate professionals throughout California and nationwide who can assist with in-depth market knowledge.
With the support of her professional team, Katrina provides her clients with the highest level of service and makes each client her number one priority. If you're buying or selling real estate in the East Bay area, you need an agent who knows the area, understands the fast-paced market, and provides the highest level of service to each transaction.
With her sincerity, integrity, services, and professionalism, her client base is primarily composed of repeat business and referrals. Katrina Carter is the agent for you. Contact Think Katrina today to buy or sell your Bay Area home.
